NEWSSTAND - February 18, 2011

During the Revolution’s preseason trip to Orlando, Coach Nicol found time to speak with local media via conference call on Thursday afternoon. He stated that the team is ready to put their skills to the competitive test against opponents after only playing intra-squad scrimmages thus far.

Also a participant in the conference call was captain Shalrie Joseph, who believes the level of excitement among the players is high this preseason as new talent coming in and intensity in scrimmage play fuel the competitive atmosphere.

In his first of many blog posts this season on Boston.com, rookie defender A.J. Soares invites readers into his new life in the Northeast and professes his love of coffee.

The Revolution coaching staff is confident that 22-year old Argentine defender Franco Coria will smoothly transition to MLS. Nicol spoke with MLSsoccer.com’s Kyle McCarthy about the most recent signing, saying that he possesses the necessary professional experience, work ethic and skills to thrive in the league.